Fish & seafood · updated 2026-09-12
Can cats eat cod & white fish?
Yes, cooked and boneless.
Why
Lean protein cats digest well; cooked only, no batter.
How to serve it
Small cooked flakes.
If they eat too much
Bones; raw-fish issues if uncooked.
How much cod & white fish for my cat?
A daily maximum for a healthy adult cat, kept inside the 10% treat rule. Enter body weight.
Up to 8 g a day — about 1 tablespoon · cooked, flaked.
Treats of all kinds should stay under about 10% of daily calories. Puppies, kittens, seniors and pets with a medical condition: ask your vet first.
And for dogs?
Safe. Yes — cooked plain white fish is lean protein. Can dogs eat cod & white fish? →
Related foods for cats
- AnchoviesIn moderation
- Crab & lobsterIn moderation
- Fish bonesToxic
- Mussels & clamsIn moderation
- Raw fishAvoid
- SalmonSafe
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This guide is general information for healthy adult cats, based on published veterinary guidance (ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline, AKC, VCA). It is not a substitute for advice from your own vet, who knows your cat's weight, age and medical history. If you are unsure, ask them before sharing any human food.